Brodeur Hires Agent; Devils Re-sign 5 Players

New Jersey Devils goaltender Martin Brodeur has hired prominent agent Pat Brisson days before the four-time Vezina Trophy-winner is set to become a free agent.

Canada's TSN first reported the move on Friday, and Brisson confirmed it in a text message to The Associated Press later in the day. Though Brodeur has indicated he'd prefer re-signing with the Devils, Brisson wrote, "We will see," when asked if the goalie would consider testing free agency when it opens on Sunday.

The 40-year-old Brodeur leads NHL goalies in most every statistical career category. He completed the final year of his contract after helping the Devils reach the Stanley Cup finals.